Job detail
Disabilities/Mental Health Services Specialist
AKA Head Start
FULL_TIME
Posted 2/27/2026
Location
El Cajon, California
Salary
$28 - $35 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The specialist ensures an integrated system of services for children with disabilities, conducts observations and assessments, and facilitates positive behavior support planning. They collaborate with education staff and parents on implementing behavior plans and provide on-Site coaching and consultation.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a related field, with a master's degree preferred, along with knowledge and experience in early childhood mental health and disabilities services. A valid ca driver's license and access to transportation are also required.
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Benefits
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Vision Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits
- Paid Vacation
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Short-term Disability
- Employer Match
- Paid Sick Leave
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Paid Personal Days
- Service Awards
- Group Medical Insurance
- Employer-paid Life Insurance
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Paid Professional Development Days
- Annual Pay Rate Increases
- Employer-paid AD&D Insurance
- Employer-paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Health Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)